The strongest satellite TV company in the US, Hughes Electronics' Direct TV gained a boost last week when it agreed to acquire United States Satellite Broadcasting (USSB) for $1.3 billion. The California-based Hughes already cooperates with USSB on receiving equipment, though customers receive separate bills. The deal would now allow customers access to film services carried by USSB.
USSB bought by Direct TV
The strongest satellite TV company in the US, Hughes Electronics' Direct TV gained a boost last week when it agreed to acquire United States Satellite Broadcasting (USSB) for $1.3 billion.